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Takaungu, Kenya
Kilifi County · Kenya
Takaungu is a small city in Kilifi County, Kenya with a population of 10,760. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Takaungu
Takaungu is a historic Swahili town located on the Kenyan Coast between Mombasa and Malindi, in Kilifi County.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,760 |
| Population Density | 210 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.6835°, 39.8569° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kilifi County |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.1 inches (943 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Takaungu
Takaungu is a small city in Kenya (Kilifi County) with a population of 10,760. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Takaungu
Takaungu has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1089 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 51.3 sq mi (132.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.6835°N, 39.8569°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | MOMBASA | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.0 in |
Takaungu has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.1") and February the driest (0.5").
Museums in Takaungu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B68 |
Libraries in Takaungu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque publique | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Takaungu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilifi Market |
Restaurants in Takaungu
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Takaungu
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Malindi International Airport | MYD | Medium Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Crocodile Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galana Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Galana West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilifi Plantation Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kore Galana Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kulalu Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lali Galana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sala Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Takaungu
What is the population of Takaungu?
Takaungu has a population of 10,760 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 210 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Takaungu?
Takaungu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches.